Designing the Perfect Open Air Kitchen

When designing commercial kitchens, the layout is broken into "zones," and the location of each zone is strategically placed in order to create harmony in the operation. This is "functionality, flow, comfort and convenience." Regardless of the zone's purpose, we want to make sure that the zone is ergonomically intuitive, having all the essential operations confined to the zone, and keeping everything in arms reach to minimize steps. Alfresco has designed all of the pieces necessary to create a fully-functional outdoor kitchen - one in which any professional chef would feel right at home.

ZONE D SERVE & ENTERTAINING ZONE

D1 ARDI Top Access Countertop Refrigerator
D2 AB-TC Trash Center
D3 AGBC-30 30" Sink system w/ bar package
D4 AB-30 30" Access Doors
D5 URS-1 One Door Refrigerator w/ Keg Kit

ZONE C PLATING & GARNISH

C1 APS-30P Plating Center w/ Pizza Prep
C2 AWD-30 30" Warming Drawer
C3 AFW Sterno-fired food warmer
C4 AB-TH Paper Towel Holder
C5 AB-2DR 2 Tier Storage Drawers

ZONE B COOKING ZONE

B1 AGVPC VersaPower Burner
B2 AB-30DR 30" Storage Drawer
B3 ARFG-42FB 42" Undergrill Refrig.
B4 ALX2-42SZ 42" Searzone Grill

ZONE A PREPARATION ZONE

A1 ADSP-42H 42" Hi Sealed Dry Storage Pantry
A2 AGBC-30 30" Sink System w/ Prep Package
A3 AB-TC Trash Center
A4 APWC Prep & Waste Chute w/ Cutting Board
A5 AB-30 30" Access Doors

Important Points to Consider

Plan first. Decide what you want to be able to do, how many guests you need to entertain, and how much space you can allocate before you start choosing pieces of equipment and materials.

Think it through. Enclosures can be nearly impossible to modify once built, so consider all of the pieces you need to create the kitchen you desire. Storage and refrigeration can save you countless trips back and forth to the indoor kitchen.

Remember the utilities. A modern outdoor kitchen may need 40+ amps of electrical service and over 100,000 BTUs of gas capacity, not to mention water, drains, etc. Hire a professional.

Remember that your Alfresco dealer is a great source of ideas and knowledge about creating the kitchen of your dreams.

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